Divers Home Safaga

Divers Home Safaga is a guesthouse built around the idea of having your own place in Safaga rather than disappearing into a large resort complex. You get an apartment, a balcony and access to a roof terrace with sea views and sunsets. After a day spent in the water, that is a useful arrangement: close the door, put the kettle on and let the Red Sea stop demanding your attention for a while.

The atmosphere is private and straightforward. There is a shared lounge and television area, outdoor seating, a garden and a sun terrace, so you can choose between your own space and a little company. Families are welcome, and the larger apartments give groups room to live rather than merely sleep. Couples, meanwhile, can keep things simple with a one-bedroom apartment or the studio with sea view.

English, German and Arabic are spoken by the host. That matters when you are arranging arrival, asking about the town or trying to explain exactly what you need before an early start.

You are in Safaga City, Egypt, in the heart of town and close to the Red Sea. The property sits a few steps from the beach, with sea, city and mountain views appearing according to the apartment you choose. This is a town base, not an isolated holiday compound, so the local shops and everyday errands are part of the picture.

Bakers, greengrocers and supermarkets are within walking distance, with a few restaurants nearby. The arrangement suits you if you prefer to pick up what you need and make use of an apartment kitchen rather than organise every meal around a resort timetable. For a proper change of scene, Sol Y Mar Paradise Beach is about 2.8 miles away by road; Riviera Plaza Abu Soma Beach is about 3 miles, and Imperial Shams Abu Soma Beach about 3.3 miles.

Safaga places the coast on one side and the desert on the other. The surrounding area also opens the door to desert safaris, unusual rock formations and ancient ruins, so your non-diving day need not be spent counting the tiles on the bathroom floor.

These are apartments rather than conventional hotel rooms, and that changes the rhythm of a diving stay. You have a seating area, sofa, dining space and kitchenette, with a stovetop, fridge, toaster, kettle and kitchenware. It gives you somewhere to sit with a drink, sort out tomorrow's plans or deal with the inevitable post-dive hunger without dressing for dinner every evening.

For two people, the One-Bedroom Apartment keeps things contained and practical. The Studio Apartment with Sea View is the obvious choice when the view matters more than having separate rooms, while the One-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony and Mountain View adds outdoor space and can accommodate a third guest. Travelling as a larger group, you can take the Three-Bedroom Apartment with View, which provides the breathing room that six people otherwise tend to negotiate rather loudly.

Air conditioning is available in the apartments, with a fan as another option, and the tiled floors make sandy feet less of a domestic crisis. You also have a private bathroom with shower, towels and bidet, plus a washing machine and a drying rack for clothing. Balconies, outdoor furniture and quiet-street views help the room feel like somewhere to spend time, not just somewhere to drop your bag.

Breakfast is included and served as a buffet. Expect fresh options including local pastries, fruit and coffee, with the breakfast room offering a light, open setting and views towards the garden. It is the sort of start that lets you eat properly before a full day out, rather than relying on optimism and a second coffee.

There is no restaurant or bar listed at the property, so the evening meal is an apartment matter or a trip into town. The kitchenette gives you a stovetop, fridge, toaster, kettle and basic kitchenware, while the dining table and outdoor dining area provide somewhere to eat. A minimarket on site is handy for the small, immediate requirements that appear once you are back from the coast.

You also have a tea and coffee maker, and barbecue facilities are available outdoors. The property lists room service on its accommodation facilities, while the official description does not include it as part of the dining offer; plan around the kitchen and nearby shops rather than expecting a full hotel dining operation.

The roof terrace is the main event when you are not in the water, at the table or looking for a drink elsewhere. It gives you sea views and a place to watch the sunset, with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace for the slow part of the day. A garden, picnic area and outdoor dining space add a little more room to spread out.

For something organised, walking tours and cultural excursions are available. The options include desert safaris, visits to distinctive rock formations and exploration of ancient ruins. Boat excursions and snorkelling are also available in the surrounding area, giving a non-diving companion something to do while you are occupied elsewhere.

The property is family-friendly and offers family rooms, but there is no need to turn every afternoon into an activity programme. The shared lounge, television area, balcony and roof terrace cover the more important post-dive discipline: sitting down and staying there until the legs work again.

Hurghada International Airport is about 30 miles away by road, with a typical driving time of around 35 minutes. An airport shuttle and other shuttle services can be arranged with the property. Free public parking is available nearby, and you do not need to reserve a space.

Check-in runs from 12:00 to 18:00, and you need to tell the property your arrival time in advance. Check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00. Private and express check-in and check-out are available, alongside currency exchange and invoice services.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and there is a lift to the upper floors. Laundry, a minimarket, meeting facilities, full-day security and a shared lounge add useful support around the edges of the stay. Children of any age are welcome; a cot can be requested for children aged from birth to three years, while extra beds depend on the apartment selected and availability. Pets are not allowed.